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Warning, Operating instructions – Yard-Man YMGBV3100 User Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOLDING THE BLOWER/VACUUM

Before operating the unit, stand in the operating position.
(Fig. 12). Check for the following:

• Operator is wearing proper clothing, such as boots,

safety glasses or goggles, ear/hearing protection,
gloves, long pants and long sleeve shirt

• If the conditions are dusty, the operator is wearing a

dust mask or face mask

• The unit is in good working condition

• The tubes and guards are in place and secure

OPERATING TIPS

• Be sure the vacuum bag is zipped closed before

operating the unit.

• Assure the unit is not directed at anybody or at any

loose debris before starting the unit.

• Verify that the unit is in good working condition. Make

sure the tubes and guards are in place and secure.

• Always hold the unit with both hands when operating.

Keep a firm grip on both the front and rear handle or grips.

• To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound

level(s), hearing protection is required.

• Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours—

not early in the morning or late at night when people
might be disturbed. Comply with times listed in local
ordinances. Usual recommendations are 9:00 am to
5:00 pm, Monday through Saturday.

• To reduce noise levels, limit the number of pieces of

equipment used at any one time.

• To reduce noise levels, operate power blowers at the

lowest possible speed to do the job.

• Check your equipment before operation, especially the

muffler, air intakes and air filters.

• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.

• In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces or use a

mister attachment when water is available.

• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of

hoses for many lawn and garden applications,
including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills,
porches and gardens.

• Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly

washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

• Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream

can work close to the ground.

• Clean up after using blowers and other equipment.

Dispose of debris appropriately.

OPERATING AS A BLOWER

Converting to a Blower

1. Start the engine. See Starting/Stopping Instructions.

2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to

the up position (Blower Mode) (Fig. 13).

NOTE: Never use the unit with the lever in a position half

way between either mode.

3. Place the shoulder harness over your head, onto your

shoulder and adjust it if necessary. Refer to Installing
the Shoulder Harness
.

Fig. 12

Fig. 13

Change-over Lever

Vacuum

Mode

Blower

Mode

To avoid serious
personal injury,

wear goggles or safety glasses at all times
when operating this unit. Wear a face mask
or dust mask in dusty locations

.

WARNING:

To prevent serious
personal injury or

damage to the unit, make sure blower tubes
or vacuum tubes and the vacuum bag are in
place before you operate the unit.

WARNING: